1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Camaro | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
